Tracking security and privacy trends across UK, Europe and beyond

Good News: Backups are Widespread, Only One Council Paid Ransom

Freedom of Information requests sent to 430 U.K. local government councils by Barracuda Networks found that at least 27 percent of councils have suffered ransomware outbreaks. Thankfully, almost none have paid ransoms, and good backup practices appear widespread.

Law Enforcement, Government Agencies Stress that Threat Intelligence is Critical

The success of Operation SAMBRE, a global cybercrime investigation into the theft of billions of dollars from banks throughout the world, proves why information sharing between law enforcement and the private sector is key to battling cybercrime.

Keeping tabs on federal government efforts to protect citizens' privacy

Could Exposing the Truth About DNC Hack Be Their Ultimate Goal?

The plaintiffs who are suing Donald Trump's presidential campaign for conspiring with Russia and WikiLeaks over disclosing their private information stolen from Democratic Party computers could declare a moral victory even if they lose their case. Could exposing the truth be their ultimate goal?

Insights from industry experts

Changing the PIN Will Cost $5-$10 and Is Done by Postal Mail

A 10-digit PIN used by consumers to freeze access to credit reports with Equifax is based on dates and times, several observers have noticed. Equifax says it plans to change how the PIN is generated, but experts say it's another troubling development for a troubled company.